Robert A. "Rob" Peal
About Robert A. Peal
Robert A. Peal is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Robert A. Peal is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Sims Funk PLC
Education: Vanderbilt University, Juris Doctorate, graduated 2006 and United States Naval Academy, Mechanical Engineering, graduated 1996
Location: Nashville, TN
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